Christian Menefee beats longtime Democrat Al Green in runoff
Christian Menefee has won the Democratic primary runoff against longtime incumbent Al Green in Texas. Menefee received 68.9% of the vote compared to Green's 31.1%. The election highlighted themes of age and generational change within the party.
- ▪Christian Menefee defeated Al Green in the Democratic primary runoff in Texas.
- ▪Menefee garnered 68.9% of the votes, while Green received 31.1%.
- ▪The race was influenced by themes of age and generational change, with Menefee being 38 and Green 78.
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Rep. Christian Menefee (D-TX) beat longtime Rep. Al Green (D-TX) in Tuesday’s Democratic primary runoff after the two Texas incumbents were placed in the same seat by mid-decade redistricting. When the Associated Press called the race, Green trailed Menefee 31.1% to 68.9%. Recommended Stories Ken Paxton’s estranged wife doesn’t offer endorsement in Senate race Jake Auchincloss denies supporting Collins in Maine Senate race after opposing Planter bid Jake Auchincloss denies supporting Collins in Maine Senate race after opposing Platner bid Age and generational change were a central theme in the contest. Green, 78, has served in the House since 2005 and has become known for his long floor speeches and attempts to impeach President Donald Trump.
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